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OU03 VHP

2003 Triumph Sprint

Silver Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,664 mi
Last recorded17,664 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Triumph Sprint20,859 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU03 VHP
MakeTriumph
ModelSprint
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 17,664 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 May 2025 17,545 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 May 2024 16,564 miles
Fail 13 May 2024 16,564 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 5 May 2023 16,202 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 15,705 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

one headlamp not working on dip

Fail 28 Apr 2022 15,687 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

one headlamp not working on dip

Pass 14 May 2019 14,197 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2018 12,534 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 10,784 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 8,894 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 6,511 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 22 May 2014 6,480 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2013 6,384 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 6,384 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2010 5,559 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 4,714 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

R.B.T. shows front brakes are BINDING SLIGHTLY.

Pass 8 Sep 2006 4,689 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Sprint?

Based on 158,613 MOT tests across 12,829 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
1,051
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
12,829
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,971
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,275
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 912
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 604
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 520
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OU03 VHP is a 2003 Triumph Sprint in Silver with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Sprint models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 20,859 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Sprint fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,971 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OU03 VHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Sprint typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Sprint is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was OU03 VHP registered?

OU03 VHP is a 2003 Triumph Sprint, first registered on 11 April 2003.

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